Microbiologist I

About the role

This job operates in a lab environment with equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System, basic wet chemistry equipment for analysis of moisture, protein, fat, ash, salt.

Responsibilities

• Handles samples and performs analyses according to Operating Procedures and test methodology
• Maintains and verifies equipment
• Reports deficiencies or malfunction to the supervisor
• Maintains records of all quality activities as documented in Operating Procedures and test methods
• Identifies and records nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field or commercial laboratory experience
• Proficient Computer Skills
• Basic use of Microsoft Office 365 Suite required
• Experience with LIMS system
• Regularly operates laboratory equipment such as analytical balances, food homogenization equipment, pipetting tools, incubators, water baths, plate readers, various commercial protein and DNA based technologies for food pathogen detection (VIDAS, BAX, GDS, GeneUp, BioRAd), spectrophotometer, VITEK Microbial Identification System

Schedule

• Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Schedules may be adjusted based on business needs and operational requirements
• Willing to work weekends and holidays as needed to support business demands

Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs
• Wealth: 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment)
• Happiness: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave